Queen of England: "If son Charles ascends the throne, daughter-in-law Camilla should be recognized as 'Queen'"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Jeong Hyunjin] Queen Elizabeth of the United Kingdom, who is celebrating her 70th anniversary of accession, expressed her hope that when her son Prince Charles ascends the throne, his wife Camilla Parker Bowles will be recognized as 'Queen Consort.'

According to BBC and other sources on the 6th (local time), Queen Elizabeth stated in a commemorative statement marking her 70 years on the throne, "The time has come, and I know that when my son Prince Charles becomes king, you will give him and his wife Camilla the same support you have given me," adding, "I hope Camilla will fulfill her loyal role as queen."

In British history, the king's wife is usually given the title of queen. Queen Elizabeth's separate mention of Camilla, the wife of Prince Charles, is due to public interest growing over how Camilla's past, including allegations of an affair with Prince Charles, might affect her future title.

Prince Charles's first wife, Diana, had a troubled marriage and divorced in 1996, then died in a car accident in 1997. Camilla became his second wife in 2005. Currently, Camilla attends royal events as the Duchess of Cornwall and does not use the official title of Princess of Wales, which is the formal title for the Prince of Wales's wife.

The Guardian reported, "The queen is paving the way for her daughter-in-law to wear the crown beside Prince Charles on her accession anniversary."

Following Queen Elizabeth's remarks, Prince Charles released a statement praising her remarkable achievements and said that both he and his wife are honored by the queen's request to recognize Camilla as queen. Prince Charles said, "I deeply appreciate the honor contained in my mother's wish," adding, "My beloved wife has always been a steadfast supporter while we have served together for Her Majesty the Queen and the people."

The official 70th anniversary celebration of Queen Elizabeth's accession will be held extensively during the holiday from June 2 to 5. Various celebratory events, including a military parade and pop concerts, are scheduled.

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